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RANZ Scholarship Application

New Zealand Women in Roofing (NZWiR) is pleased to offer a scholarship program for two women to attend this year’s Roofing Association of New Zealand (RANZ) annual conference in Rotorua.

Designed to encourage first-time attendees to experience the benefits of professional development in the roofing industry, attendance at RANZ can influence one’s career trajectory and benefit not just the attendee, but her company/employer as well.

Benefits include:

Full attendance to the RANZ 2025 Conference 16 – 18 June 2025, including NZWiR Breakfast Seminar
Attendance at the RANZ Dinner and awards evening
Attendance at NZWiR Breakfast Seminar
2 Nights Hotel accommodation
Roundtrip airfare/transportation
Total package worth up to $2500.00 per winner
Each attendee and their employer will be responsible for ground transportation and incidentals.

Download the application form here

Debbie Wickliffe

Chair of NZWiR

New Zealand Woman in Roofing is a volunteer based organisation that supports and advances the careers of woman roofing professionals.

We provide networking, mentoring, education and recruitment opportunities from the rooftop to the board room.

My Mum’s a Roofer

New Zealand Women in Roofing are very pleased to announce the launch of the children’s book “My Mum’s a Roofer” by Martin Finney.

This heartwarming story follows a child who admires their mum as she navigates her roofing apprenticeship, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of the trade.

With 32 pages, including 16 pages of stunning watercolour illustrations, “My Mum’s a Roofer” highlights the skills, dedication, and pride of the roofing profession, inspiring young readers to appreciate all careers.

Buy a Copy

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